US 20 Laurel ST over Water Housatonic River
GoodBerkshire County, Massachusetts · At Summer ST Intersection · Structure no. L050110AYDOTNBI
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 140 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 11,166
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 20 Laurel ST over Water Housatonic River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 Laurel ST over Water Housatonic River in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 11,166 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,794 by 2031. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 20 Laurel ST over Water Housatonic River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 20 Laurel ST over Water Housatonic River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does US 20 Laurel ST over Water Housatonic River carry?
About 11,166 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 20 Laurel ST over Water Housatonic River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 138 ft (42.1 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 20 Laurel ST over Water Housatonic River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.